Every so often (ok like 4 times a week), I get a craving to eat something super greasy and completely bad for me. Today while out for lunch with my girlfriend Amanda and my buddy Chris I saw a sign at the diner stating that they have a 3lb hamburger. Who in their right mind would try and eat something that big? It can't be a last minute dare as theyh require 24 hours notice. People willingly go into this place with the sole intent of eating 3lbs of ground beef not to mention all the toppings and the massive bun this beast must come on. The meat alone would pack (approx) 3696 calories, 236.8g of fat, 1232mg of sodium. Maybe it's the prize that convinces people to do this. Hey we could all use another t-shirt and our picture taken and taped onto a wall.
As I've started to grow older I've come to realize why fine food is served in much smaller portions. If the food is good, the meal balanced, you don't need pound after pound of it to be satisfied. A couple bites of this and that can satisfy the mind and body if it is the correct combination of ingredients. I look forward to working in establishments where this idea is made true and there are no competitions for who can eat the most.
On another note I start a new job at a BBQ joint downtown this week. I look forward to slingin' pulled pork and brisket to the masses (in modest 5oz portions) well into the night. I spent all summer working by the grill and I'm stoked to be able to carry this on through the winter months. I'm happy working around food but not much compares to lifting the lid on that smoker and seeing the meat that has been slow cooking for more than half a day. On that note I think I"m going to head upstairs and get me some dinner.
